As a homeschooling family, I only have to cram breakfast in while packing lunches and getting out the door on time once a week. We have a weekly co-op, and every Tuesday, amid the scramble, I marvel at all you moms and dads who run the gauntlet of morning activity every day. "Where are my… Continue reading Oatmeal to Go Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins
Fire and Ice Watermelon Salsa
Watermelon = summer. It's just a fact of life. There's nothing better on a sweltering July afternoon than devouring a giant slice of juicy delicious watermelon. Getting all that sticky sweetness running down your chin. Even better when the watermelon is the size of your head. Preferably while walking Main Street in Disneyland, listening to… Continue reading Fire and Ice Watermelon Salsa
Red, White and Blue Berry Trifle
I have no clue why it's called a trifle. The word means something of little importance or value. This dessert isn't anywhere in that neighborhood. It is gorgeous, fresh and delicious. My first experience with trifle was during a visit to Victoria during tea at Butchart Gardens. I devoured layers of soaked sponge-cake, fruit and… Continue reading Red, White and Blue Berry Trifle
Fruity Lemon Cheesecake Cookie Cups
More red, white and blue happiness for your Fourth of July celebrations! Start with a bag of sugar cookie mix and the ingredients needed (according to your package) for rolled sugar cookies. You can also just use whatever rolled sugar cookie recipe you love. If the butter is supposed to be softened, you should be… Continue reading Fruity Lemon Cheesecake Cookie Cups
Fourth of July Flag Bean Dip
Independence Day is coming this weekend! Break out your stars and stripes, fireworks and booze! Because we're celebrating "Merica"! Whip up this festive bean dip and you'll be the hero of the day! Start with refried beans mixed with taco seasoning. Then add your favorite salsa. Some olives. Are my kids the only ones who… Continue reading Fourth of July Flag Bean Dip
Moving Devotionals
Hi all! Just a little housekeeping notification. All my devotionals going back to 2009 have moved over to Dissonant Symphony. As in, they are no longer posted here at Bakerlady. My amazing husband tells me it's no good to have duplicate content between sites. He's generally extremely knowledgeable (anyone else think that's a crazy weird… Continue reading Moving Devotionals
White Almond Sour Cream Cake
This is the best "doctored" cake mix ever. It is incredibly versatile, suitable for all occasions, themes and tastes. I use it at every single birthday and absolutely love it. This cake is sturdy enough to stack a few high, but also has a light texture and deliciously rich taste. I've used this cake for… Continue reading White Almond Sour Cream Cake
Alton Brown’s Baked Eggs
Perfect hard-boiled eggs require very specific boiling time, and the max you can boil at a time (perfectly) is about 12. My hard-boiled eggs recipe has served me well for many years. But there's a new sheriff in town. Alton Brown. More specifically, his gloriously creamy, perfectly cooked, dozens at a time baked eggs. With… Continue reading Alton Brown’s Baked Eggs
Easter Foods That Are Easier Than You’d Expect!
Easter is coming! Here's a round-up of some of my favorite springtime breakfasts, sides and desserts, perfect for your family get-together this week! Just click on the recipe title to be taken to the full recipe! Enjoy and Happy Easter! Lemon Monkey Bread This easy breakfast roll is bursting with lemon flavor and the freshness… Continue reading Easter Foods That Are Easier Than You’d Expect!
Busy at the Symphony
Although I haven't been posting much here at Bakerlady, things are hopping over at Dissonant Symphony. That's where I talk about life, homeschooling, activities for kids, product reviews and all kinds of awesomeness. If you have a minute, check it out! If you like what you see, subscribe to the symphony!
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